The theme of this semester's talks is '''“Moving Synthetic Biology to Industry”'''. This theme aims to highlight the value proposition of synthetic biology to industry in terms of its unique perspectives and approaches, emerging tools, and potential to solve problems that challenge industry and society.

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We are always looking for more speakers, so if you or someone you know would be willing to speak on this topic, please contact one of the SBWG Committee members below.

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*To further promote interaction between the synthetic biology communities in Boston, this year the talks will be hosted by BU and Harvard as well as MIT.

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*Please note that:

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**@MIT will be Mondays at 12 pm (noon) in the 500 Tech Square (NE47) first floor conference room. '''This is different from last year.'''

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**@Harvard will be Tuesdays at 12 pm (noon) and will meet on the HMS campus in NRB (New Research Building), Rm. 350. (Check in with Harvard security first).

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**@BU will be Tuesdays at 12 pm (noon) and will meet in the Photonics Center, Rm. 339 (8 Saint Mary's St, Boston).

About SBWG

The Synthetic Biology Working Group (SBWG) is a forum led by graduate students at MIT, Harvard, and BU that acts as a central node for communication of synthetic biology research in the Boston area. The SBWG seminar series includes about 9 talks per semester and welcomes an array of highly qualified speakers from Boston and elsewhere. Talks are relatively informal and discussions are highly encouraged. These seminars are an opportunity to meet faculty, students, research staff and others interested in the field of synthetic biology. The SBWG also disseminates information regarding SB-related seminars, events, and groups.

A Collaboration of the MIT, Harvard, and BU communities

Synthetic Biology was born in Boston. Researchers at MIT, Harvard, and Boston Universities were among the first to pioneer the field. iGEM, the international Genetically Engineered Machine competition, was inaugurated at MIT in 2003. The Biobricks Foundation was started by a group of MIT faculty and students.

Started at MIT, the Synthetic Biology Working Group was at the center of growth of synthetic biology at MIT for the better part of a decade. By 2012, the community of synthetic biologists in Boston had grown dramatically and reached a critical mass. That year, the student leadership of the SBWG decided to expand to the campuses of Harvard and Boston University. This expansion has greatly increased communication and collaboration between SB researchers at these campuses. SBWG's tri-institutional reach makes it the premier forum for the presentation and dissemination of cutting edge research in synthetic biology.

Current SBWG Seminar Schedule

Spring 2013

The theme of this semester's talks is “Moving Synthetic Biology to Industry”. This theme aims to highlight the value proposition of synthetic biology to industry in terms of its unique perspectives and approaches, emerging tools, and potential to solve problems that challenge industry and society.

We are always looking for more speakers, so if you or someone you know would be willing to speak on this topic, please contact one of the SBWG Committee members below.

To further promote interaction between the synthetic biology communities in Boston, this year the talks will be hosted by BU and Harvard as well as MIT.

Please note that:

@MIT will be Mondays at 12 pm (noon) in the 500 Tech Square (NE47) first floor conference room. This is different from last year.

@Harvard will be Tuesdays at 12 pm (noon) and will meet on the HMS campus in NRB (New Research Building), Rm. 350. (Check in with Harvard security first).

@BU will be Tuesdays at 12 pm (noon) and will meet in the Photonics Center, Rm. 339 (8 Saint Mary's St, Boston).

Direction Between Campuses

From MIT to Harvard (HMS) / From Harvard (HMS) to MIT:

The fastest way between campuses by public transportation is to take the CT2 or 47 buses towards Ruggles or Dudley, respectively. Transit time via bus ~20-30 min. You can also take the Red/Green(D) T lines and get off at Kendall and Longwood for MIT and HMS, respectively. Transit time via the T is ~40-50min. Taxi fare is ~$15. If you're a Harvard student, the Harvard shuttles are reported to be more convenient.

@ HMS, get off at Longwood Ave across from the Children's hospital and walk down Ave. Louis Pasteur to get to the NRB. When you arrive, you will need to check in with security to get a visitor's pass.

@ MIT, get off at the corner of Vassar/Massachusetts Ave., walk up to the Stata Center, and go under the overhanging archway under the Stata Center to get to Bldg. 56.

From MIT to BU / From BU to MIT:

The fastest way between BU and MIT by public transportation is to take the CT2 or 47 buses towards Ruggles or Dudley respectively. Transit time via bus ~10-20min. You can also take the Red/Green(B) T lines and get off at Kendall and BU Central for MIT and BU, respectively. Transit time via the T is ~30-40min. Taxi fare is ~$10. Walking takes 30-40 min.

@ BU, get off at the Lenox St. stop. From the stop, walk towards CITGO sign away from Commonwealth Avenue which will be behind you and to your left. You will arrive at the intersection of St. Mary's St. and Mountfort St. Turn left onto St. Mary's St. The Photonics Center is the first building on the right. Upon entering the building the venue is on the 3rd floor.

@ MIT, get off at the corner of Vassar/Massachusetts Ave., walk up to the Stata Center, and go under the overhanging archway under the Stata Center to get to Bldg. 56.

From Harvard (HMS) to BU / From Harvard (HMS) to BU:

The fastest way between Harvard (HMS) and BU by public transportation is to take the CT2 or 47 buses towards Ruggles or Dudley, respectively. Transit time with the bus is ~10 min. You can also take the Green(B)/Green(D) T lines and get off at BU Central and Longwood for BU and HMS, respectively. Transit time via the T is ~30-40min. Taxi fare is ~$5. Walking takes 20-30 min.

@ BU, get off at the Lenox St. stop. From the stop, walk towards CITGO sign away from Commonwealth Avenue which will be behind you and to your left. You will arrive at the intersection of St. Mary's St. and Mountfort St. Turn left onto St. Mary's St. The Photonics Center is the first building on the right. Upon entering the building the venue is on the 3rd floor.

@ HMS, get off at Longwood Ave across from the Children's hospital and walk down Ave. Louis Pasteur to get to the NRB. When you arrive, you will need to check in with security to get a visitor's pass.

Funding

We are grateful for funding from SynBERC and the MIT Graduate Student Council.

We are always happy to partner with foundations and companies who seek to interact with this highly active network of synthetic biologists.

SBWG Mailing List

Sending email to synthbio at mit dot edu will broadcast to the entire community. To add or remove yourself from the list, visit [[9]]